Keep your Mac Operating System and files safe by learning how to identify common types of virus.

Do Macs get viruses?

It is a popular myth that Mac Operating Systems are never infected with viruses, spyware or other malware. While there are significantly fewer viruses on Mac than on Windows, you still should have antivirus protection installed on a Mac.

Some Mac users may point out that a firewall is already built into Macs, but remember, a firewall will not protect you from viruses. A firewall only protects you from hackers.

The fact is that a Mac is not immune to viruses. That is why it is important that Mac users install antivirus software for Mac.

How do I know if my Mac has a virus?

It’s not always easy to tell if your Mac has been infected with a virus. However, there are a few indicators:

Your Mac runs slowly

Random things occur, such as flickering icons or random returns

Your Mac suddenly freezes

Your Mac shuts down or restarts for no reason

Stay safe with Mac antivirus

If you think you have a virus, first try restarting your computer. You should also make sure that you have downloaded the latest Mac security updates and run the disk utility application.

Finally, download Mac antivirus software. Use the software to run a scan on your system. Keep the antivirus software updated so it continues to protect your Mac against viruses.

Besides keeping your Mac safe, Macintosh antivirus software prevents you from passing non-Mac threats on to friends or colleagues who use other types of computer or Operating System. And, if you’re looking for OSX antivirus, Kaspersky Mac AV software works with OSX 10.4.11 or higher.

Mac antivirus software works quietly in the background and takes up minimal system resources on you Mac, yet will still detect all infections and deal with them as required.

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